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2013 Rules and Regulations – Revised 11/24/13 www.mesquitemx.com Entrants, riders and Participants are required to know and understand the rules and regulations which cover all Mesquite Mix Park events and are (by reason of their entry) definitely bound by such rules and regulations. Each Participant in completion has the responsibility to assess the safety aspects of track facilities and conditions and MUST assume the risk of competitions. 1.
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Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian present to sign all waivers and release papers. If your parent or guardian cannot be there to sign all waivers and releases, Mesquite Mix Park has a waiver on the website mesquitemx.com you can print it and fill out however, it must be notarized with a copy of the parent’s/guardian’s drivers license or valid ID for you to be able to ride or race at Mesquite Mix Park. If you do not have a parent or guardian present or the form from the website not filled out properly you will not be able to ride or race. There must be at least three (3) people to make a class. The motorcycle used to qualify and/or race the first moto is the motorcycle you must race in the rest of your motos for that class. No one except the riders officially entered may ride or practice on the race course during the event. If a rider leaves the course during the race for any reason and decides to resume the race, he/she must re-enter at his/her point of exit before another lap can be counted in his/her f favor. If it is unsafe or impossible to re-enter at his/her point of exit, he/she must re-enter at the safest possible place which is closest to his/her point of exit as possible without improving his/her position. If a moto must be stopped b because one or more riders are obstructing the progress of that moto, that rider(s) will not be allowed to continue to the re-start that moto unless allowed by the race manager. There will be no restarts unless it is opinon of the Race Officials or First Aid Attendants that it will endanger the participants involved or if there is a malfunction in the start gates or some interference as determined by Race Official. If for any reason a race must be stopped, it will be considered completed if over 50% of the race has been run. A lapper must move over if he/she is being lapped or he/she will be black flagged. Any foul riding, unnecessary bumping, crowding, lack of caution, blocking, course cutting or any other unsportsmanlike conduct at any event is grounds for disqualification or penalty as determined by official. Track Officials are not responsible for any occurrence that results in “back to back” motos for a rider who enters multiple races at event. The rider’s representative must notify Officials or the occurrence. Track Officials are not responsible to locate riders for their event. The rider must be at the start line for his/her event. Track Officials will not hold the gate if you are not present, If you have a problem before the 30 second board goes up you are allowed two (2) minutes to resolve any issues with bike or self. After two (2) minutes are up the gate will drop. No one, rider or his/her representative, will be allowed to hold or station himself/herself in a preferred position on the start line in advance of his/her moto. All riders must have ankle or higher boots, proper helmet (Current Snell Standards), eye and full arm and leg coverage. Track Officials reserve the right to prevent anyone from competing in any event if the rider or bike does not comply with the rules and regulations. The rider is responsible for the conduct of his/her parents, mechanic or anyone else associated with him/her. Mesquite Mx Park reserves the right to refuse entry or participation to anyone including their right to the property, deemed by Track Officials.
18. Any verbal harassment to officials will be grounds for permanent disqualification and/or fine for those parties involved. Any physical abuse to Track Officials will be grounds disqualification of the rider and removal off property. 19. Penalties & Protests: All protests, whether of riders, machine or rule violation, must clearly state in writing which part or parts or rule violation is being protested. All protests must be signed by the rider). 20. Riders Meeting: A rider’s meeting will be before the first moto of the day begins. All riders must be present. Instructions and information will be given at that time and if you have any questions this is the time to ask. 21. Number Plates: Must have numbers on all three (3) sides in order to be scored. If you do not have numbers on all three (3) sides or if they are not legible you will not be scored. 22. Starting Line: Gate order is done randomly by computer. There is no holding a gate before your name has been called. 23. Mesquite Mx Park Reserves the right to refuse sign up or entrance to the track. 24. YELLOW FLAG: Yellow flag means a rider has gone down and for you to be careful. There is no jumping or passing on a yellow flag. If you jump or pass on a yellow flag you will be penalized. 25. Beginner Class: The Beginner Class is for Riders who have been riding for One year or less. 26. The only class that Parents are allowed on track is the 50 classes, however, no children on the track while the race is going on. If you are on the track for any other class but 50 classes while the races are going on you will be asked to remove yourself from the track and your rider will be penalized. 27. There will be a designated Pt Area for Parents/Mechanics to use Pit Boards or work on bikes if necessary. 28. All age classes are age of January 1 of current year. OFFICAL FLAGS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
GREEN: Start of Race WHITE: One Lap to Go to Finish RED: Stopping Race for Emergency Situation YELLOW: Danger on Track, Downed Rider, no jumping or passing on a yellow flag BLACK: Disqualification of Rider White with Red Cross: Ambulance on Track BLACK/WHITE CHECKER: Finish end of race
50 SPECIFICATIONS The 50 class is for riders up through 8 years old. The 50 bike is a special model made for this class by major manufactures and must be designed to meet the following specifications: 50 4-6, 4-6 OPEN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Overall length limited to 37” measured from axle to axle center Maximum engine displacement is 61cc for 2 stroke, 90 for 4 stroke Wheel size is 10” and Tire 2.75x10 Must use original engine type lower end & cylinder. Single Speed transmission only. Handlebar width not to exceed 30”. Approved 50 products for 4-6: Cobra CM50, Cobra CX50, KTM SX 50 PRO JR., ITALJET FAST BOY RCR, POLINI X1R, LEM LX2 RACER, SUZ JR 50, HUS-CR50JR, YAM PW50
50 7-8, 7-8 OPEN 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Maximum engine displacement is 61cc for 2 stroke, 90 for 4 stroke Wheel size is 12” rim and 2.75x12 Tire Must use original engine type lower end & cylinder. Single Speed transmission only. Overall length limited to 42” measured from axle to axle center. Handlebar width not to exceed 30”.
50 OPEN 1. 2. 3. 4.
Maximum engine displacement is 61cc for 2 stroke, 90 for 4 stroke Wheel size is up to 12” rim and 2.75x12 Must use original engine type lower end & cylinder. Single Speed transmission only. Handlebar width not to exceed 30”. *ALL 50 BIKES MUST FUNCTION THROUGH A CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH
65 CC SPECIFICATIONS Bikes Approved for 65cc Classes: KAWASAKI 60 & 65, KTM 65SX, POLINI XP65R, SUZUKI 60 & 65, COBRA CX65, LEM 65, METRAKIT MKX65. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Wheel Base may not exceed 46” from axle to axle center Maximum displacement is 65cc for 2 stroke and 110 for 4 stroke. Maximum rim sixe is 14” and minimum is 12”. Must function through a multiple speed gear box. No shortened or lowered frames or shortened swing arms allowed to reduce a non-conforming bike to meet 65 specs. Handlebar width not to exceed 30”. Must utilize the original engine type lower end cylinder from that bike model being modified. NO OVERBORE OR STROKING ALLOWED THAT WILL EXCEED CLASS CC LIMITS
85cc &150F SPECIFICATIONS 85 Classes Approved Bikes: YAMAHA 85, SUZUKI 85, KAWASAKI 85, HONDA 85 & 150R, TM85MX, KTM 85 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Maximum length is 52” axle to axle center Maximum front rims size is 17” & minimum rear is 14”. Handlebar span cannot exceed 33”. Maximum engine displacement for 2 strokes is 85cc * for 4 strokes is 150cc NO OVERBORE OR STROKING ALLOWED THAT WILL EXCEED CC LIMIT.
85CC OPEN 85Open Approved Bikes: YZ85, 5M85, KX85, CR85, & CR85 EXPERT, CRF150R & CRF150RE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Overall wheelbase cannot exceed 56” from axle to axle center Handlebar span cannot exceed 33” Maximum engine displacement for 2 Stroke is 85cc & 4 stroke is 150cc. Maximum rim size 19” on front and minimum of 16” rear. Ages for class 7-16 No KX100
SUPER MINI SPECIFICATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Maximum rim size 19” on front and minimum of 16” rear. Overall wheelbase cannot exceed 56” from axle to axle center. Maximum engine displacement including overbore for 2 stroke is 112cc & 4 stroke is 150cc Super Mini Class is through age 16 The 85 small wheel bikes may compete in the Super Mini Class and are allowed to increase engine displacement to within 112cc limit.
GIRLS AND WOMEN CLASSES 1. 2.
The Girls Class is established as a 65cc up to 150cc 4 stroke. A stock or modified may be utilized. Age limit is 16. No Big wheel 85cc or 4 stroke products are allowed. The Women’s Class is for 150cc 4 stroke and Up. Age is open.
BIG BIKE SPECFICATIONS 125CC Only Class is 2 strokes only no 4 strokes aloud. 250cc 2 stroke may ride in the 125/250 Classes as well as in the 250/450F Classes. Schoolboy is for riders under the age of 16 (no 450F allowed to race this class).
RIDER CLASSIFICATIONS It is the duty of the individual to determine the class he/she is legal to ride in. Entry into a class does not necessarily make you legal for the class. You can be protested by another rider entrant or his/her representative. Responsibility of meeting proper rider classification and bike specifications rests with the individual entrant. The BEGINNER class is for those riders who have just begun to race and have not competed for more than one calendar year which is a 12 month period. AS FOLLOWED: If a rider races for the first time in January of the current year, he/she may remain a BEGINNER through the end of January of the following year. The same system applies to whatever month his/her racing activity began. The time period is not based on how many times you have raced – It is based on a ONE YEAR -12 month period, depending on which month he/she starts racing on any size cycle. The Novice class is for riders who have not raced in any other event in the B or Intermediate with any other organization. If you race Intermediate or “B” with any organization you are no longer eligible for the Novice or “C” class. If you race Pro, Expert, “A”, Pro-Am etc with any organization you are not eligible for the Intermediate Class.
TECHNICAL AND SAFETY INSPECTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Suitability for competition. The basic design of the bike must be suitable for high performance with safety. All kickstands must be removed for competition. Brakes must be in good condition, properly adjusted and capable of locking the front and rear wheel. Front and rear suspension shall b e of a suitable design in proper order and properly adjusted for maximum safety. No components are allowed to be wired or taped to the bike Tuned exhaust systems and pipes cannot protrude beyond the length of the bike’s rear tire and must have suitable silencer.
NUMBERS AND NUMBER PLATES All numbers must be at least 5” high. The numbers must be of standard, block style lettering solid black on solid white backgrounds or solid white on solid black backgrounds. Absolutely no scroll type, or wide illegible number will be allowed. Numbers must be all one size and placed straight across the number plates. Number only on number plates. Do not add decals etc.
